Keeping an active pace

The slogan, popular on motivational posters, tee shirts, and coffee mugs, has been at the forefront of my mind for weeks.

"Three months from now you will thank yourself."

While the saying is intended for dieters, it could easily apply to authors attempting to write a novel within Stephen King's recommended 90-day limit. I know I've taken it to heart.

Since February 1, I have written at least a chapter a day, with the goal of completing 94 chapters by May 1. As a result, I expect to finish the first draft of The Refuge on schedule.

Set mostly on Oahu, Hawaii, The Refuge will cover the Lane family's adventures in the summer and fall of 1941. The fourth book of the Time Box series is now set for a July 15 release.

This winter, I also welcomed two new book collaborators.

The first, L.J. Anderson, put together the cover for the Time Box boxed set, released February 9. The illustrator represents Mayhem Cover Creations.

The second, Todd Menesses, began work on The Lane Betrayal audiobook this week. The veteran voice artist from Louisiana has narrated more than three dozen books.